Lochinvar 81 - 286 operation manual Outdoor reset operation, if used, Cascade

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11 Operating information

Outdoor reset operation, if used

Target temperature with outdoor reset

This feature improves the system’s efficiency as the outdoor temperature warms up.

See the Knight Boiler Service Manual to change the settings.

Reset curve

The reset curve looks at outdoor air temperature and adjusts the set point.

Cascade

When multiple boilers are installed, they can be wired together in a cascade sequence. A maximum of eight boilers can be controlled from a single control. In this application one boiler would be designated as the Leader control and all others would be designated as Member controls. If installing the boilers in an existing system, the new boilers should be programmed as the Leader and/or the higher number addresses. The Leader control can be programmed to use Lead/Lag or Efficiency Optimization control methods.

Once the Leader boiler receives a call for heat from a room thermostat, BMS, or Modbus, the control will determine what the set point will be. If outdoor air reset is desired, connect the outdoor air sensor to the terminals on the Low Voltage Connection Board on the Leader boiler. The set point will be calculated based on the programmed reset curve parameters. See the Knight Boiler Service Manual to program the reset curve. If outdoor air reset is not desired, do not connect the outdoor air sensor. A fixed temperature set point can be programmed into the control. See page 59 of this manual to program the set point.

If the water temperature at the system supply sensor is less than the set point + the turn-off offset - the off-on differential, then the control will initiate a call for heat on the Cascade (see the Knight Boiler Service Manual for an explanation of the offset and differential). The Leader will energize the lead boiler on the Cascade. For a new startup this will be the Leader boiler.

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Sequence of the cascade

To equalize the run time of all boilers on the Cascade, the firing sequence will automatically be changed at set intervals.

The sequence will be changed once every 24 hours. The switching on/off sequence will be as follows:

DAY

SWITCHING ON SEQUENCE

 

 

Day 1

L-M1-M2-M3-M4-M5-M6-M7

Day 1 + 1 hour

M1-M2-M3-M4-M5-M6-M7-L

Day 1 + 2 hours

M2-M3-M4-M5-M6-M7-L-M1

 

 

If a boiler is used to heat an indirect DHW tank, or locks out, it will automatically be given the lowest priority for the rest of that 24 hour period.

DHW, Night Setback, and Ramp Delay operation with cascade

For Normal Mode DHW operation any boiler(s) in the Cascade can be selected to provide heat for a DHW call. Select a boiler to be designated as the DHW boiler. Connect the DHW thermostat or sensor to the terminals on the Low Voltage Connection Board marked for the corresponding device. When the boiler receives a DHW call, the Leader control will take that boiler out of the Cascade sequence. If another boiler is available, the Leader will start it up to take its place.

The DHW boiler will adjust its set point to the programmed DHW set point and will adjust its firing rate to maintain this. Once the DHW call has been satisfied, the Leader control will place that boiler back into the Cascade sequence.

Switching of the boiler between DHW operation and SH operation when there is a call for both does not occur in Cascade Mode.

When DHW is programmed for Zone Mode, connect the DHW thermostat or tank sensor to the Leader boiler. When a DHW call is received, the Leader will modulate the entire Cascade to bring the system supply temperature up to the DHW boiler set point.

Night Setback operation of the boilers within the Cascade is available. Programming of the Night Setback will be done through the Leader boiler. Refer to the Knight Boiler Service Manual for information regarding Night Setback.

Ramp Delay operation of the boilers as described in the Knight Boiler Service Manual is available when the boilers are part of a Cascade system.

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Contents Models 81 Contents When servicing boiler Please read before proceedingKnight Boiler How it works Stainless steel heat exchangerModels 81 Model Ratings Knight Boiler =B=R RatingInstallation must comply with Closet and alcove installationsDetermine boiler location Before locating the boiler, check1Closet Installation Minimum Required Clearances Residential garage installation Provide air openings to roomVent and air piping Flooring and foundationProducts to avoid When using an existing vent system to install a new boilerAreas likely to have contaminants When removing a boiler from existing common vent system Prepare boiler Remove boiler from wood palletGas conversions Leveling the boilerGeneral venting Direct venting options Sidewall VentDirect venting options Vertical Vent Direct venting options Vertical Vent, Sidewall AirInstall vent and combustion air piping Requirements for installation in CanadaInstalling vent and air piping PVC/CPVC vent piping materialsPVC/CPVC air intake/vent connections Vent Pipe, and FittingsAir inlet pipe materials Stainless steel ventBoiler Boiler FlueBoiler Flue Intake Air Adapter Termination Length Optional room airRemoving from existing vent If using the alternate sidewall termination Sidewall direct ventingVent/air termination sidewall Determine location2AClearance to Gravity Air Inlets Prepare wall penetrations Alternate Field Supplied Option Prepare wall penetrationsTermination and fittings Multiple vent/air terminationsSidewall termination optional concentric vent Sidewall termination installationDescription and usage 10 Concentric 12Concentric Vent Sidewall Attachment Multiventing sidewall terminationsVertical direct venting Vent/air termination verticalPrepare roof penetrations Multiple vent/air terminations 2Vertical Terminations with Multiple BoilersVertical termination installation Vertical termination optional concentric vent6Concentric Vent Roof Installation Multiventing vertical terminationsAlternate vertical concentric venting Concentric Venting ArrangementExisting vent as a chase 10Existing Vent as a ChaseHydronic piping Near boiler piping components Near boiler piping connections Circulator sizingIndirect water heaters StrainerFeet PressureModel Minimum Pipe Pump Size GrundfosVariable speed pump option Variable speed pump setupUP26-96 FC/VS IFC VS Stratos 1.25 3 x 4Single Boiler Single Temperature Zoned with Circulators Number of Units 6Single Boiler Multiple Temperatures Number of Units Model Required Pipe Sizes MAY Substitute Number of Units Model 10Multiple Boilers Non-Zoned Primary/Secondary Piping Connecting gas supply piping Gas connectionsNatural gas Propane GasCheck inlet gas supply Single Unit Natural Gas Pipe Capacity ChartLength of Pipe in Straight Feet for 1/2 PSI Gas valve replacement Gas PressureField wiring Installation must comply withLine voltage connections Low voltage connectionsOutdoor temperature sensor Louver proving switchHigh gas pressure switch Low gas pressure switchFlow switch Alarm contactsWiring of the cascade ModBusManual Condensate disposal Condensate drainFreeze protection when used Start-upCheck/control water chemistry Fill and test water systemCheck for gas leaks Check thermostat circuitsInspect/fill condensate system Inspect/check condensate lines and fittingsFinal checks before starting the boiler Start the boilerIf boiler does not start correctly Check system and boiler2Operating Instructions Set space heating operation Natural Gas PropaneConfiguration of the cascade Verify DHW modeSet domestic hot water DHW operation Operating information GeneralProtection features Boiler temperature regulation Outdoor reset operation, if used CascadeSequence of operation Operation DisplayStandby, ready to start a new cycle Knight boiler control module Navigation DialInstaller Access modesUser Call for Heat Information Dial Function Maintenance Maintenance and annual startup Service technicianOwner maintenance See the Knight User’s Information Manual for InstructionsMaintenance Flue vent system and air pipingCheck water system Check expansion tankAddress reported problems Clean condensate trapInspect boiler area Inspect boiler interiorCheck ignition ground wiring Check all boiler wiringCheck control settings Check flame signalCleaning boiler heat exchanger Review with ownerOiled bearing circulators Kit Part Component Number DescriptionDiagrams PC Interface2Wiring Diagram
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